Gloucester were truly on form as they demolished London Irish 47-7 at Kingsholm but who were the stand-out individuals amongst the teams? Robert Rees gives the Gloucester V London Irish player ratings. Read how the match went with Last Word on Rugby’s report here. Gloucester Forwards 1.Val Rapava Ruskin – 8 – Got his first […] READ MORE
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Johan Ackermann interview ahead of Exeter Chiefs return game
Johan Ackermann was full of praise for his players, backroom staff and supporters ahead of their home game against Exeter Chiefs this Friday. It’s not all good news though as he delivered the blow they’ve been dealt in the front row. Robert Rees continues in his ‘Coaches Corner’ column, and LWOR has the full Johan […] READ MORE
Ackermann expecting physical battle at Thomond
Coming off the back of a solid opening win against Castres last Sunday Johan Ackermann’s men have had a tough turnaround of less than a week to prepare for their next challenge. Thomond Park is always a partisan place to travel to and Ackermann is aware of just how physical a task it will be […] READ MORE
Gloucester Rugby injury worries lightened ahead of Castres
Gloucester kick off their Heineken Champions Cup campaign this Sunday against Castres at Kingsholm. Gloucester fans will be relieved to hear that Ackermann has some positive news on injuries ahead of the big match. Robert Rees gives the latest update on the Gloucester Rugby injury worries. ?? Getting ready for Europe… pic.twitter.com/l7KbI5h9ZS — Gloucester Rugby […] READ MORE